Book description
A refreshingly honest, deeply researched, and frequently hilarious deep-dive into the cultural crisis of bad sex, as one brave sex columnist recruits the counsel of coaches, psychologists, pro-dommes, and peers in the pursuit of pleasure. Far more alarming than the millennial "sex recession"--the phenomenon of young people having less sex than previous generations--is that we're in the middle of a bad sex epidemic that all generations are suffering from. Despite major advances in sex education, positivity, and technology, we haven't moved the needle on better. We're still quietly enduring unsatisfying sex, whether that's resigning ourselves to the same three positions we secretly hate, or lying when our Bumble date asks if we're "close" after fifteen seconds of oral. We've been trained to optimize everything, except our own pleasure. For journalist Maria Yagoda, bad sex was her villain origin story. After going viral for a column calling out bad sex on her college campus, she launched a career as a sex columnist, earning a global following for her wit, vulnerability, and expertise in her popular VICE series, Sex Machina. But even as a professional sex writer, most of the sex she was having landed somewhere between passable and "huh." In search of understanding, she consulted sex therapists, psychologists, dominatrixes and sex toy creators, as well as young people of all genders and sexualities, putting her own sex life on the line--from hiring a sex coach to attending a "masturbation meditation" Zoom seminar--in order to pave a new path forward. In the vein of Come as You Are for the Trick Mirror audience, Laid and Confused presents a fresh, funny, and compassionate analysis of our current sexual moment, and offers research-based tools that will empower readers to craft the deeply pleasurable sex lives they deserve.
Gothic Gucci
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Shade Nightman
The extensive audiobook collection for children is a blessing for my little ones. ListenBook's dedication to optimizing for iOS 16 ensures a seamless experience on the latest devices.
Devil Chick
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RiddleRover
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CosPlatoon
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JK Friend
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DreamDiver
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Mauve Cactus
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Coma Stalk
I'm grateful for this app, as it allows me to keep up with my reading even while multitasking. Audiobooks have become my constant companions during my daily activities. This app has made reading a part of my lifestyle, no matter where I am.
Old Felix
Mastering audiobook navigation β this app's ease of use is commendable. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study routine. It helps me retain information effectively.
Murmur
With this app, I've unlocked the secret to reading even on the busiest days. Streamlining audiobook enjoyment β this app's functionality is truly impressive. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun way to inspire others to read.
Evil Smith
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Metal Star
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Third Moon
Kudos to the creators for making literature so accessible and enjoyable. I'm blown away by the silky-smooth playback, even for high-quality formats like FLAC. Top-notch performance! ListenBook has seamlessly integrated into my daily life, enhancing my workouts, commutes, and relaxation periods. It's an indispensable part of my routine.
Murder Cherry
Finally, an app that lets me enjoy audiobooks without worrying about file formats! Finally, an app that supports a wide range of audio formats! It's a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. With support for various audio formats, ListenBook ensures I can enjoy my favorite audiobooks without worries. This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
East Army
ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make navigation effortless. ListenBook's sleek design and easy chapter access make navigation a breeze. ListenBook's extensive library and user-friendly interface have made it my go-to app. The statistics feature in ListenBook provides valuable insights into my audiobook habits, helping me learn and grow. The app is perfect for people who love to read but donβt have the time.
Bugger
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Prof. Screw
ListenBook's variety of ways to download audio makes it incredibly convenient. Adjusting playback speed has revolutionized the way I learn and enjoy audiobooks. I can adapt the pace to my needs, maximizing comprehension and retention. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a wonderful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends, sparking engaging conversations and connections that transcend boundaries. I appreciate the statistics feature. ListenBook helps me track my listening habits.
Gold Bentley
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Heavenly Connection
Kudos to the creators for making literature so accessible and enjoyable. ListenBook has made me fall in love with audiobooks all over again β it's a must-have app. Audiobook joy made simple β this app's ease of use is commendable. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study routine. It helps me retain information effectively.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience